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Bento Box

2246 W Armitage Ave
Chicago, 60647

Bucktown’s Bento Box offers incredibly flavorful Asian fusion dishes, including ala carte and prix-fixe options. in a cozy, upbeat space.

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: Bucktown

Beograd Café

2933 W. Irving Park Road
Chicago, IL 60618

The family owned Beograd Café offers a taste of the old world. Enjoy Serbian specialties such as bureks (cheese and meet stuffed pastries), chevapi (barbequed meats) and delicious desserts in a comfortable atmosphere. An incredible value. The restaurant is attached to a European deli with freshly made sausages and meats, European liquors, and hard to find foods. 

Cuisine: Serbian | Neighborhood: Irving Park

Bia’s Café Marianao

4323 W. Addison
Chicago, IL 60641

A Cuban fast-food restaurant with a great atmosphere. Bia’s specializes in Cuban Sandwiches and prides themselves on their secret family recipes.

Cuisine: Cuban | Neighborhood: Old Irving Park

Bien Trucha

410 W. State Street
Geneva, IL 60134

Bien Trucha means to be on-top of your game and that's what they mean to be. This restaurant offers a modern Mexican "changarro", specializing in a surprising variety of tacos inspired by the street food of Mexico City. Dishes are plentiful and meant to be shared along with a variety of margaritas and homemade saneritas. The environment is warm and cozy and provides an urban feel in the suburbs.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican | Neighborhood: Geneva

Big Ed's BBQ

4030 Northpoint Blvd.
Waukegan, IL 60085

Big Ed is behind the pit at this Lake County BBQ joint. Everything is made from scratch daily, including the delicious desserts.

Cuisine: Barbecue | Neighborhood: Waukegan

BIG & little's

860 N. Orleans
Chicago, IL 60610

It’s a fast food joint with a gourmet twist! BIG & Little’s offers the seafood fast-food eater some unique and delicious options. Their shrimp and seafood po’ boys and fish tacos get rave reviews. Of course, you can always get a mountain-sized hamburger along with a side some truffle fries.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Near North

Bistro Campagne

4518 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625

Bistro Campagne is a warm and friendly neighborhood restaurant in the tradition of a true French bistro.

Cuisine: Bistro, French | Neighborhood: Lincoln Square

Bistronomic

840 N. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611

An approachable and affordable contemporary bistro that focuses on seasonal and sustainable ingredients. Bistronomic also offers a creative assortment of cocktails.

Cuisine: New American | Neighborhood: Near North Side

Bittersweet

1114 W. Belmont
Chicago, IL 60657

This sunny pastry shop offers a tantalizing variety of sweet and savory treats to tempt you in a charming cafe setting.

Cuisine: Pastries, Bakery, Desserts | Neighborhood: Lakeview

B.J.'s Market & Bakery

8734 S. Stony Island
Chicago, IL 60617

Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, BJ's Market and Bakery delivers southern style eating for the entire family. Since their opening in 1997, they have provided an upscale atmosphere, comfort food, and great customer service.

Cuisine: Soul Food, American, Comfort Food | Neighborhood: Calumet Heights

Blue's Egg

317 N. 76th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53213

Blue's Egg takes breakfast to a higher level. The menu includes such favorites as hand-cut hash browns, unique egg casseroles, and a wide selection of breakfast cocktails. Fresh locally brewed coffee is waiting for you as soon as you take a seat. You can also enjoy a quick breakfast or lunch at the carry-out counter and bakery.

Cuisine: Breakfast | Neighborhood: Wisconsin

Bob Chinn's Crab House

393 S. Milwaukee Ave.
Wheeling, IL 60090

Bob Chinn's has become a restaurant industry icon by providing the freshest food at great prices.

Cuisine: Seafood | Neighborhood: Wheeling

Boston Fish Market

1225 Forest Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60018

At Boston Fish Market, expect the freshest seafood with everything made in house. As a full-service fish market, you can dine in or buy seafood to take home and cook yourself!

Cuisine: Seafood | Neighborhood: Des Plaines

BRGRBELLY

5739 W. Irving Park Rd.
Chicago, IL 60634

Incredible burgers are on the menu at BRGRBELLY (previously Leadbelly). Fresh meats are ground daily, bread is fresh-baked, and the fries are hand-cut. The burgers are made with a unique selection of toppings and ingredients. Enjoy a rock n' roll ambiance and a craft beer as your burger is cooked to order.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Portage Park

The Bristol

2152 N. Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647

The Bristol has a gastropub atmosphere with an impressive cocktail and beer menu. They approach their food with a nose-to-tail mindset.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Bucktown

Bryn Mawr Breakfast Club

3348 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.
Chicago, IL 60659

Bryn Mawr Breakfast Club offers an eclectic brunch menu. This charming rustic diner offers dishes with Mexican, Greek, Korean and Mediterranean inspirations. The skillets are amazing and the sweet breakfasts are perfectly flavorful.  The friendly service is very helpful and attentive. A BYOB restaurant. 

Cuisine: Breakfast | Neighborhood: North Park

Buona Terra Ristorante

2535 N. California
Chicago, IL 60647

Enjoy a fine Italian menu in a cozy and relaxed atmosphere at Buona Terra Ristorante. Freshly selected ingredients are used to create a menu of both traditional and modern Italian dishes. This family run business offers an extensive wine list and an affordable prix fixe menu on Thursday nights.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Logan Square

Burt's Place

8541 Ferris Ave.
Morton Grove, IL 60053

Pan pizza is the star at this out-of-the-way, neighborhood pizza joint. Plan your visit by ordering a day or two in advance and keep an open mind about the service - pizza lovers say the pizza is worth it! Seasonal beers are on tap. Not known for a fancy decor, the eclectic decor in the small space has its own special charm.

Cuisine: Pizza, American | Neighborhood: Morton Grove

Cafe Bionda

1924 South State Street
Chicago, IL 60616

Joe Farina, who spent a decade as the corporate chef of Rosebud Restaurants in addition to a brief stint at Ballo, is behind this South Loop Italian eatery. Farina ditched Palaggi's South Beach inspired decor; now look for two mahogany bars, warm earthy hues and an open kitchen with a tin ceiling.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: South Loop

Cafe Central

1437 W. Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642

Enjoy authentic Puerto Rico food in a comfortable family friendly diner setting.

Cuisine: Puerto Rican, Caribbean | Neighborhood: Noble Square

Cafe Iberico

739 N. LaSalle
Chicago, IL 60610

Cafe Iberico is a festive restaurant with a party-like ambience. Iberico specializes in the regional cuisines of Spain.

Cuisine: Spanish, Tapas | Neighborhood: River North

Cafe Lucci

609 Milwaukee Ave.
Glenview, IL 60025

Cafe Lucci is a fine dining restaurant known for innovative Italian cuisine, as well as prime beef, fresh fish and housemade desserts. Its award-winning wine list and regular Wine Maker Dinners have contributed to its distinction on the North Shore and as a destination restaurant. Above all, Cafe Lucci's warm, welcoming ambiance has its customers returning again and again.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Glenview

Calo Ristorante

5343 N. Clark
Chicago, IL 60640

Calo Ristorante offers a delicious menu of authentic Italian dishes. You will find steaks that rival the best steak houses in town and plentiful plates of seafood pastas. Handcrafted pan, stuffed, and thin crust pizzas are much loved by the regulars. The restaurant is comfortable and the service is great.

Cuisine: Pizza, Italian | Neighborhood: Andersonville

Calumet Fisheries

3259 E. 95th Street
Chicago, IL 60617

One of the last wood-smoked seafood restaurants in Illinois, this unassuming, shack-like eatery can be found next to the Calumet bridge. This historic, family-run business serves perfectly prepared smoked or fried seafood of all kinds. No seating inside, so order and take it with you or eat by the river on the bridge.

Cuisine: Seafood | Neighborhood: South Side, Calumet - East side

Capri

12307 S. Harlem Ave.
Palos Heights, IL 60463

This cozy, intimate spot is great a place for dates or groups, with northern Italian-inspired fare and warm lighting.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Palos Heights / Hills / Park

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